What is a Tankless Water Heater?
This is the month to find a pot of gold at the end of a rainbow, but what if a secret pot of gold was hidden in nearly every home? This may be the case for homes still using conventional hot water tanks. Luckily, newer designs of water heaters are rapidly gaining popularity that can save homeowners a bundle on their water heating bills.
Tankless water heaters are special designs that offer a variety of benefits, and many homeowners are choosing to take advantage of them as they phase out old equipment. This month, take stock of the current water heater in the home and decide if upgrading is right. Here is some information from local experts to guide homeowners shopping for new water heaters.
Signs That a New Water Heater is in Order
Water heaters may be the most forgotten appliance in a home. In every home, a neglected water heater is unremembered in a dark closet or basement until it fails to provide hot water. Suddenly, it is the most important piece of equipment in the entire home. Most people don’t know that water heaters often display signs before they completely give out. Some of the common signs that a water heater is on the verge of failure are:
- The current water heater is more than 7 years old
- Water heater maintenance is neglected every year
- New noises like thumping or hissing have developed
- There doesn’t seem to be as much hot water as there used to be
- Numerous repairs over a year
- Climbing water bills
When these signs are noticed, it may be time to consider replacing the water heater. Why not consider a tankless water heater while shopping around?
How Do Tankless Water Heaters Work?
Tankless water heaters work completely different compared to water tanks. Conventional water heaters use burners or heating elements to heat a batch of water in the tank. As water is demanded, the tank drains and refills with cold water. Conversely, a tankless water heater uses flow sensors to know when hot water is being called for in a sink or shower. Upon sensing flow, a powerful burner kicks on, heating water as it flows to the point of use.
Benefits of Switching
Tankless water heaters cost a little more upfront, so tankless water heaters have some benefits to entice people to switch. The most often cited reasons for upgrading to a tankless water heater are:
- Go Green: Tankless water heaters use far less energy than their tanked counterparts
- Endless Hot Water: Because they turn on the moment water is demanded and don’t stop until it isn’t, water heaters provide endless hot water
- Lower Utility Bills: A consequence of using less energy is that tankless water heaters also save a ton of money on water heating costs, providing endless hot water for less
Consider water heater replacement and upgrading to a tankless water heater this year. New federal rebates make it easier than ever!
About City Plumbing
City Plumbing is ready to help every home reduce its water heating bills. With over 20 years of experience with residential and commercial customers, they can find the perfect solution in every situation. Call today for quality water heater service in Philadelphia, PA.
